The achievement comes at a time when his contribution to cybercrime prevention and public awareness has also received recent recognition from Forbes India, which featured him among “Individuals who achieved the extraordinary in their fields.”

The Chevening India Cyber Security Fellowship is a prestigious UK Government-supported programme designed to strengthen the capabilities of professionals working in cybersecurity and cyber policy. Hosted by Cranfield University at the Defence Academy of the United Kingdom, the fellowship provides participants with exposure to emerging cyber threats, cybersecurity policy, national security, cybercrime prevention, privacy and international approaches to cyber governance.

Dandotiya was among only six candidates selected from India for the programme. His successful completion has now earned him the distinction of becoming a Chevening Cyber Fellow, adding an international dimension to his extensive experience in cybercrime investigation, policing and public awareness.

His achievement is particularly noteworthy because of his sustained efforts to make cybersecurity awareness accessible to ordinary citizens. Dandotiya has conducted more than 1,000 cyber security awareness sessions across educational institutions, government organisations and public forums, reaching people from diverse sections of society. His work has focused on helping citizens understand online fraud, phishing, identity theft, digital arrest scams, social-media threats and other forms of cybercrime.

His contribution has also been recognised through multiple world records associated with cyber awareness and public education. His approach is rooted in the belief that preventing cybercrime requires more than investigation and enforcement—it requires an informed and vigilant society.

“Awareness is the most effective tool to prevent cybercrime,” Dandotiya has emphasised, reflecting his continued focus on preventive policing and citizen education.

The recent Forbes India recognition further highlights the impact of this approach. By featuring Dandotiya among individuals who have achieved the extraordinary in their respective fields, Forbes has brought attention to his work at the intersection of policing, cybersecurity and public awareness. The feature identifies him as Additional DCP – Crime Branch, Indore, and also highlights his completion of the Chevening India Cyber Security Fellowship in 2026.

For Dandotiya, the journey represents more than professional recognition. His work demonstrates how traditional policing is evolving in response to the rapidly changing digital environment. As cybercriminals adopt increasingly sophisticated methods, law-enforcement agencies require officers who understand both the technological and human dimensions of cybercrime.

The Chevening fellowship has provided Dandotiya with international exposure to cybersecurity policy and global best practices, while his extensive public-awareness work has given him a unique understanding of the challenges faced by citizens on the ground.

From leading cybercrime prevention initiatives in India to representing Indian policing in an internationally recognised cybersecurity fellowship, and now receiving recognition from Forbes India, Rajesh Dandotiya’s journey reflects a broader transformation in modern policing.

His story underscores an important message for the digital age: cybersecurity is not only about technology - it is about people, awareness, preparedness and responsible policing.